Whitley County, Kentucky Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for Whitley County, Kentucky
Whitley County, Kentucky Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
84.3%
Bachelor's Degree+
20.9%
Graduate Degree
10.0%
Population 25+
23,131
Whitley County, Kentucky Educational Level Distribution
Whitley County, Kentucky Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 15.7% | 3,637 |
High School Graduate | 40.3% | 9,318 |
Some College / Associate's | 23.1% | 5,336 |
Bachelor's Degree | 11.0% | 2,536 |
Graduate Degree | 10.0% | 2,304 |
Whitley County, Kentucky Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for Whitley County, Kentucky
Approximately 20.9% of adults in Whitley County, Kentucky hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in Whitley County, Kentucky has increased by 9.0 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.